Coconut Custard Pie | Renee's Kitchen Adventures

Sunday, March 19, 2017

Coconut Custard Pie

Coconut Custard Pie is a treat that makes me think of Spring! Toasted coconut in a rich and creamy custard base topped with fresh whipped cream is a company worthy pie that's so easy to make! I can't think of a better way to welcome in Spring and say goodbye to winter than with this coconut pie!

Coconut Custard Pie by Renee's Kitchen Adventures on a plate with a fork and the whole pie in the background

The best easy Coconut Custard Pie recipe!


This coconut custard pie is one of my very favorite recipes on this blog.  Coconut Custard Pie is not to be confused with Coconut Cream Pie. Coconut Custard Pie has a baked sweet custard filling that's accented with toasted coconut. Coconut Cream Pie, on the other hand, has whipped cream based filling. Both are delicious treats, but I personally prefer this custard version over the cream version.

Coconut Custard Pie is a delicious treat that could not be any easier to make. It starts with a store-bought frozen crust.  I love the convenience of store-bought frozen pie crusts! I love to use them in savory pies, like my Mushroom Swiss Quiche, but I also love them in sweet recipes like this Coconut Custard Pie! You could use a homemade pie crust in this recipe, but I find the frozen crusts work perfectly and they taste great too!

The filling is a standard custard filling (eggs, sugar, and milk) whipped together with a whisk and accented with toasted coconut. Super simple. The coconut custard filling tastes very decadent, but to keep it a bit lighter, it's made with 2% milk. This is a very lightly sweet pie, but with the addition of the sweetened coconut, I think it's just perfect.


Overhead view of whole Coconut Custard Pie with silver serving spoon

The hardest thing about making this coconut pie is the wait.  Once it's baked, you'll need to let it cool to room temperature and then refrigerate it for several hours.

Now THAT takes some patience!  But trust me, it's so worth the wait. Once you try this coconut custard pie, it will be your go to recipe for coconut pie!

Coconut Custard Pie on white plate with fork and mint garnish

This pie would make a great addition to your Easter menu this year! It's easy to make, delicious, and beautiful!

What foods and recipes make you think Spring?

Coconut Custard Pie piece on white plate with fork and whole pie in background



Coconut Custard Pie, Coconut Custard, Coconut Custard Pie Recipe
Dessert
American
Yield: 8 servings
Author: Renee Paj
Coconut Custard Pie

Coconut Custard Pie

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 50 MinTotal time: 1 Hour
Custard filling is whipped together, poured into a prepared pie crust, and accented with toasted coconut for a delicious Coconut Custard Pie treat perfect for Easter or an anytime dessert!

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9" frozen pie crust, defrosted according to the package directions
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. coconut extract
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup sweetened flaked coconut, divided
  • Whipped cream for garnish, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Once oven comes to temp, Spread coconut out on a small baking sheet and toast in oven for 8 - 10 minutes, or until lightly toasted. Set aside.
  2. In small saucepan, heat milk until just scald. Take off heat. (you can also do this in the microwave). Set aside.
  3. In large bowl, whisk eggs, extracts, salt and sugar together. While continuing to whisk, add about 1/4 cup of warm milk to help temper eggs. Continue to whisk in remaining milk until combined.
  4. Pour custard mixture into pie crust. Take all but 3 TBSP of the lightly toasted coconut and sprinkle onto custard. Set aside the 3 TBSP of the toasted coconut for later.
  5. Bake pie in oven for 45 - 50 minutes or until the custard is set. Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, cover with plastic wrap and place in refrigerator for at least 2 - 3 hours or overnight.
  6. Just before serving, garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle reserved toasted coconut on pie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

254.22

Fat (grams)

12.06 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

5.62 g

Cholesterol (grams)

100.89 mg

Carbs (grams)

29.68 g

Fiber (grams)

1.23 g

Sugar (grams)

18.28 g

Net carbs

28.45 g

Protein (grams)

6.7 g

Sodium (milligrams)

170.88 mg

Nutritional Information is an estimate and provided as a courtesy.

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23 comments:

  1. Yesterday may have been "pi day"....but this is perfect for "after pi means PIE" day. Have a great Friday Renee.

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  2. That would be perfect for Easter! Love the toasted coconut. :D Happy Friday!

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  3. Coconut Pie was always one of my Grandma's favorites, but I'm sure it was nothing "light" about her version ;-)

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  4. This looks delicious! I love a good coconut pie, and this looks divine. I will have to try this out as well as a few of your other recipes!

    Thanks from http://gingerlockskitchen.com/

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  5. Oh, this sounds really good. It would be a perfect dish for Easter. Not sure if the fam is getting together this year or not, if so it looks like I found what I'll be bringing! I imagine the overnight wait is the hardest ;)

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  6. oh my gosh so yum! I love coconut- I actually though- wow! Perfect Easter pie (when I saw your post title).

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  7. The wait would definitely be the hardest part, this looks delicious!

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  8. Toasted coconut is irresistable for me. My brother-in-law too. This pie is our all time favourite. Your looks delicious.

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  9. What a delicious looking pie, love how you toasted the coconut, this looks perfect!

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  10. I love coconut cream pie but coconut custard pie sounds even better. Can't wait to try it!

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  11. I had coconut pie for the first time a couple years ago and it was twenty years too late. I need all the coconut pie in my life, and this looks ah-mazing!

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  12. Mmmm....so in love with this pie! And your lightened up version means I can have a BIG slice!!

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  13. We are huge fans of coconut pie in my house,
    and I know this will be a hit.
    Lynn

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  14. My husband loves coconut cream pie. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. Thanks Wendy! The filling in this pie is a coconut custard, and not a cream. Still very delicious though!

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  15. Good Evening Renee, Oh my word, I am thrilled. I visited my daughter in Chicago at Christmas time, and I had my very first coconut cream pie and I loved it.
    I have been searching for a recipe and now I have found years.... I am thrilled to pieces.
    Best wishes
    Daphne

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    1. Thanks Daphne! This recipe is a little different from a coconut cream pie in that the inside is a custard. It's still delicious though and great with whipped cream on top! I hope you love it as much as I do!

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  16. This would be such a HUGE hit at our house. I love this pie so much! It looks so simple and I bet it tastes absolutely delicious!! YUM!

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  17. I can't think of a more spring-y pie than this. Coconut is so delicious and this pie is completely beautiful!

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  18. I love coconut custard but never made one. thanks for the recipe!

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